BSI Certificate in Environmental Management Systems

BSI Training has produced a work-based qualification designed to support those tasked with implementing and maintaining an Environmental Management System. Upon successful completion of the course you are awarded the BSI Certificate in Environmental Management Systems.

Course overview

The course is a CD-based distance learning programme. Based on the framework provided by the ISO 14001 series of standards, the course provides step-by-step guidance and knowledge to help implement and improve an effective EMS. Each phase of the course provides an activity for you to complete. Upon completion, the activity is reviewed by a BSI Tutor and feedback provided directly to you. After satisfactory completion of all the phases you will be awarded the BSI Certificate in Environmental Management Systems.

Who is it for

The course is ideal for those involved at either strategic or operational level, wanting to achieve professional recognition and at the same time providing direct benefit to their organization.

The course Programme will enable you to

  • Complete all the actions necessary to be confident about achieving certification for your EMS
  • Enhance your knowledge and application of Environmental Management Systems
  • Structure your EMS effectively
  • Manage the continuous improvement cycle
  • Fully understand the EMS Standard requirements - the phases align directly with the stages/phases of BS8555

Phase 1 - Commitment and establishing the baseline
Phase 2 - Identifying and ensuring compliance with legal and other requirements
Phase 3 - Developing objectives, targets and programmes
Phase 4 - Implementation and operation of the EMS
Phase 5 - Checking, auditing and review
Phase 6 - EMS acknowledgement

Pack contents include:

  • Interactive course CDs
  • A copy of the relevant Standard
  • A copy of "Managing the Environment the 14001 way"
  • Course guidance notes and contact sheet


Next steps

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